As consumers became reacquainted with their homes during the pandemic, words like “comfort” and “cozy” took on a stronger meaning. The feeling was to create an environment that was more welcoming for not only living but working and entertaining within the confines of one’s home. Carpet comes to mind when thinking about making one’s home inviting and comfortable.
Many times consumers use carpet for bedrooms. But as carpet companies continuously evolve, they are creating trendy and contemporary styles that can be used throughout a home as a decorative feature. Long gone are the days of single-toned carpet. Today the trend is geometric, multi-toned, bold prints, patterned and wool carpet. Consumers are choosing bold prints for dining rooms, living rooms and master bedrooms, while opting for tonal colors in playrooms and basements. Both styles are made with durability and stain resistance in mind that can stand up to high traffic, kids and pets.
Designer carpet companies such as Stanton, Masland and Nourtex offer high-end carpet collections using the latest advancements in equipment and technology. Bringing high fashion designs with high-end carpets, stair runners, and rugs to market has grown exponentially over the last ten years. High-end has to do with styling and construction that delivers a statement in the consumer’s home. The carpets are durable, resistant to staining and easy to maintain. The finest materials are used such as 100 percent New Zealand wool.
Homes are continuing to trend toward an open concept which can be noisy. There has been a shift in homeowners choosing more carpet for living areas. Carpet sales have gone up to control noise and add a level of comfort underfoot. The demand for soft surfaces is high. Most who purchase hardwood flooring will also purchase rugs. Using custom rugs in homes with hard surfaces is not a new trend, but many new home owners are not aware that these custom rugs can be made from most samples in a flooring showroom to be used in foyers, dining rooms, and as stair runners, etc. A beautiful staircase or custom rug in a dining room makes a dramatic statement about taste and personality for a homeowner.
